COVID-19 Update and Resources

IMPORTANT PROGRAM UPDATE FOR CURRENT PARTICIPANTS

Before we dive into helpful resources, here is an important message for our current program participants.

In light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, we recognize that many Minnesotans may be facing financial uncertainty. For this reason, we are offering you the option to defer your April and May payments.

Contact Anna, our program coordinator, by April 10, 2020 to defer your April payment and by May 11, 2020 to defer your May payment, if needed. Anna can be reached at [email protected] or by calling 612-615-0067 ext 1. If we do not hear from you by these dates, we will be processing your payment as usual.

19 Action Steps to Help you Navigate the COVID-19 Crisis in Minnesota

1. Above all, stay at home. Get groceries and other essential household items once per week.

14. Note the federal and state tax deadline has moved from April 15 to July 15. For this reason, visit the Minnesota Department of Revenue for free filing options if you’d like to file now. Follow Prepare + Prosper (who have suspended their in-person tax services) for tax updates.

15. Learn from the University of Minnesota Extension about how to cope with hardship due to the COVID-19, including strategies for dealing with stress, supporting food stability, and managing a loss of income.